Now At The Museum

  • Since its founding in 1792, Paterson has been home to many poets. Still more have visited Paterson and been enthused by the beauty of the Great Falls or the ingenuity of the city’s residents. This exhibit celebrates and honors the poets who were not only inspired by Paterson, but became a part of our community, whether they lived, worked or played here....

  • This virtual exhibit is the result of a collaboration between the China National Silk Museum, the Center for Chinese Art of William Paterson University and the Paterson Museum. Incorporating 84 artifacts from 41 museums in 15 countries, the exhibition details the origin, development and transmission......

  • The situation of refugees has been a much debated topic in recent years, both within the United States and internationally. As a city with a strong history of diversity among its inhabitants, Paterson and its citizens have an opportunity to partake in the discussion....